🌱 Oak Park Emergency Opioid Overdose Boxes + Letter Carrier Robbery

Morning, everybody! I'm back with your new copy of the Oak Park-River Forest Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening locally.

But first, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 85 Low: 66.

Here are the top three stories today in Oak Park-River Forest:

1. In case you missed it - The Oak Park Department of Public Health launched an initiative to prevent opioid overdose deaths in May by installing emergency opioid overdose boxes in seven easily accessible public locations throughout Oak Park. Each box contains naloxone nasal spray and instructions on how to administer the medication to block the effects of an opioid overdose. The project is funded by the Illinois Opioid Allocation Agreement, and the aim is to reduce opioid overdoses in the community and provide resources to those in need. (The Village of Oak Park)
2. Down the road in River Grove, a letter carrier was a victim of an armed robbery, and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward of up to $50,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspects. The incident occurred on West Richard Street, where four armed and dangerous suspects fled the scene in a silver Hyundai sedan. Anyone with information can call 1-877-876-2455, mentioning "law enforcement" and referencing case No. 3681116, and all provided information will be kept confidential. (Oak Park-River Forest Patch)
3. On Monday, Jul. 31 there will be a public meeting of the board scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber. The meeting will be accessible to the public through live streaming and will also be archived online for on-demand viewing. Additionally, Comcast subscribers can watch the meeting on channel 6, and ATT Uverse subscribers can access it on channel 99 via VOP-TV. (The Village of Oak Park)

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Today in Oak Park-River Forest:

Saturday, July 22

• Oak Park Farmers Market At Pilgrim Church Parking Lot (7:00 AM)
• Oak Park Pride Picnic At Taylor Park (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• The Collaboration for Early Childhood in the Pleasant District is hosting events throughout the week, leading up to a party on Friday, Aug. 11, from 4:00-7:00 pm. The party will feature special food deals, face painting, and free ice cream. Additionally, there will be a pig hunt with opportunities to win prizes throughout the week. For more information, click here. (Oak Park-River Forest Patch)
• REMINDER: The Oak Park Police Department is organizing National Night Out, a community celebration to foster positive interactions between law enforcement and residents. The event will be held on Aug. 1 from 5:00-9:00 p.m. behind Village Hall, featuring bounce houses, music, face painting, food, beverages, and an up-close look at a Fire Department engine. Residents can also participate in activities like the "Dunk the Police" tank featuring Police Chief Shatonya Johnson, and various information booths from Village departments and nonprofit partners will be available to provide helpful information to attendees. (The Village of Oak Park)

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You're all caught up for today! See you soon for another update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.